3.96 Carat Oval Aquamarine Diamond Three Stone Alternative Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Jewelry Beverly Hills storefront on 1stDibs to discover new arrivals of alternative engagement rings, rare
Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum
3.76 Carat GIA Certified Ceylon Sapphire Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
to color, symbolism, and the rare elegance of a fine Ceylon sapphire engagement ring. Delivery and
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Platinum
Oval Cut Alexandrite Bridal Wedding Ring, Art Deco Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
, Oval Cut Alexandrite Bridal Wedding Ring For Her Vintage Unique rare gemstone Engagement Ring 18K
Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Vintage 1.22ct Green Peridot in Yellow Gold Ring with Orange Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
snake-like pattern. With its intricate detailing and rare vintage charm, this gemstone engagement ring
Peridot, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2.79 Ct Violet Blue Sapphire Cushion Cut Platinum Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-Certified Sapphire – Sri Lanka Origin. This exquisite platinum three-stone engagement ring features a rare
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Diamond, Yellow Di...
Brilliant Rare Teal Sapphire Gemstone 1.69 Carats Heated Sapphire Sapphire Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant Rare Teal Sapphire Gemstone of 1.69 carats from Sri lanka has a wonderful cut in a Oval
Sapphire
Rare Bicolor Tourmaline Emerald-Cut 18K Rose Gold Diamond Ring - Unique Luxury
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
rare interplay of vibrant green and delicate pink hues, this one-of-a-kind gemstone captivates with its
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Emerald, 18k Gold, R...
$25,350Sale Price|35% Off
10.5 Carat Cushion-Cut Neon Mint Tourmaline and Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This one-of-a-kind three-stone ring features a striking 10.5-carat cushion-cut neon mint tourmaline, set in 18K yellow gold and accented by two Cadillac-shaped white diamonds E color...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,900
W 0.34 in L 0.59 in
Exotic 8.20 Carat Emerald Cut Indicolite Tourmaline Loose Gemstone - Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose and unmounted, this rare 8.20 carat emerald cut indicolite tourmaline is a collector level gemstone with a saturated blue green tone that shifts beautifully with the li...
Tourmaline, Indicolite, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
$53,700Sale Price|40% Off
W 0.39 in D 0.24 in L 0.46 in
Rare 5.73 Carat Natural Red Spinel Emerald Cut – Collector's Luxury Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional 5.73 Carat Natural Red Spinel – A Rare Collector's Gem By Merkaba Beverly Hills. Discover unparalleled luxury with this 5.73 carat natural Red Spinel, an extraordinary u...
Spinel, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum,...
3.91 Carat Sea-Foam Green Beryl Cushion Cadillac Diamond Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sea-Foam 3.91 Carat. Green Beryl Three-Stone Platinum Diamond Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills proudly presents an exquisite 3.91-carat Sea-Foam ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Beryl, Green Beryl, Platinum
4.36 Carat Brazilian Imperial Topaz Emerald Cut Drop Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
4.36 carat total Brazilian imperial topaz emerald cut diamond drop earrings in 18K yellow gold and platinum by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. A collector focused, one of a kind pair ...
Imperial Topaz, Topaz, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, ...
$2,398Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum 2.39ctw GIA No Heat Color Change Blue to Purple Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Step Cut - Prong Set - Violetish Blue Changing to Purple Color - Ceylon - No Heat - 2.24ct (exact) ** See Certification De...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$7,900
W 0.33 in D 0.24 in L 0.39 in
3.07 Carat Cobalt Blue Mahenge Spinel Oval Cut Loose Gemstone with Bellerophon
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare, collector level cobalt blue spinel from Mahenge, Tanzania, offered loose and unmounted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Weighing 3.07 carats and cut in an elegant oval, this...
Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$20,930Sale Price|30% Off
5.25 Carat Marquise Aquamarine Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum by Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking and beautifully proportioned 5.25 carat marquise aquamarine diamond cocktail ring handcrafted in platinum by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Centering the design is a natur...
Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Beryl, Aquamarine, Platinum
6.04 Carat Apple Green Tourmaline Oval Three Stone Ring 18K Yellow Gold Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An extraordinary 6.04 carat Apple Green Tourmaline commands the center of this refined three stone ring, handcrafted in luminous 18K yellow gold by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. The...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...
Russian Demantoid Garnet 0.95 Carat Loose Gemstone, Round Cut Vivid Green
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this 0.95 carat Russian demantoid garnet is prized for its vivid green color, lively brilliance, and the signature fire that makes dem...
Garnet, Other, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
4.47 Carat Pink Tourmaline Oval Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold by Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A luminous 4.47 carat Pink Tourmaline oval diamond ring handcrafted in 18K rose gold by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, created for collectors who are drawn to rare color, refined ele...
Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 18k...
$9,350
W 1.01 in D 0.8 in L 1.01 in
83.27 Carat Brazilian Amethyst Asscher Cut Loose Gemstone Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Own a true statement gemstone. This one of a kind 83.27 carat natural Brazilian Amethyst features a rare square octagon Asscher cut, offered loose and unmounted by Merkaba Jewelry Be...
Amethyst, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$3,196Sale Price / item|20% Off
6 CTW Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring 10 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
6 CTW Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring 10 Karat White Gold features octagon cut emerald set in center with diamonds around it and on shank making it statement engageme...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
$22,900
W 0.48 in D 0.36 in L 0.65 in
14.24 Carat Reddish Purple Garnet Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose for the discerning collector, this exceptional 14.24 carat reddish purple Garnet is a bold, elegant gemstone with remarkable presence and rich natural color. The hue bl...
Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$11,880Sale Price|20% Off
3.01 Carat Unheated Ceylon Green Sapphire Emerald Cut Three Stone Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
3.01 carat unheated Ceylon green sapphire emerald cut three stone platinum diamond ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, accompanied by a GIA gem report. Clean step cut geometry and...
Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamon...
3.57 Carat Oval Teal Sapphire Platinum Three Stone Alternative Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A remarkable 3.57 carat oval teal sapphire three stone platinum ring, handcrafted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills and accompanied by a GIA report. Centering the design is a natural ...
Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Platinum
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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